Jalapeno Popper Orzo Mac-n-Cheese (Rachael Ray) Recipe

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Jalapeno Popper Orzo Mac-n-Cheese (Rachael Ray)
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Directions:

  1. For the mac-n-cheese: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water and cook the orzo until al dente, about 6 minutes; drain.
  2. Meanwhile, heat 4 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped jalapenos, the garlic and onions and cook until the jalapenos and onions are soft, 5 minutes. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the milk and stir until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper. Add the Cheddar and cream cheese and stir until melted.
  3. Combine the orzo with the sauce and transfer to a casserole dish.
  4. Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons butter and toss with the panko to coat. Sprinkle over the casserole and top with the sliced jalapenos and Fresno chiles.
  5. For the guac salad: Gently toss the tomatoes, avocados, jalapenos and onions on a serving platter. Drizzle with EVOO and lime juice, season with salt and pepper and top with the cilantro.
  6. Divide the orzo mac-n-cheese among plates and serve with the guac salad.
  7. Cook's Note: The orzo casserole (without the breadcrumb topping) can be covered and refrigerated for a make-ahead meal. Reheat in a moderate oven, and make the guac salad, before serving.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 619.34 Kcal (2593 kJ)
Calories from fat 372.08 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 41.34g 64%
Cholesterol 120.82mg 40%
Sodium 1305.43mg 54%
Potassium 331.68mg 7%
Total Carbs 35.87g 12%
Sugars 9.07g 36%
Dietary Fiber 2.83g 11%
Protein 25.63g 51%
Vitamin C 22.5mg 38%
Iron 0.9mg 5%
Calcium 439.1mg 44%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 150.97 Kcal (632 kJ)
Calories from fat 90.7 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.08g 64%
Cholesterol 29.45mg 40%
Sodium 318.21mg 54%
Potassium 80.85mg 7%
Total Carbs 8.74g 12%
Sugars 2.21g 36%
Dietary Fiber 0.69g 11%
Protein 6.25g 51%
Vitamin C 5.5mg 38%
Iron 0.2mg 5%
Calcium 107mg 44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 15.3
    Points
  • 17
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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